Thanks to Frédèric and his incredible research who contacted a lot of session players who played on the charting tracks. We only post the charting singles of the session players we are following.
1996 Quincy Jones – Stomp! (UK:#28)
“Stomp!” is a song released by the Brothers Johnson from their fourth album, Light Up the Night, in early 1980. It was covered by Quincy Jones in 1996 for his album Q’s Jook Joint. It reached #28 in the UK Charts. Muscians Bass (synthesizer) Greg Phillinganes Drums JR Robinson Drums (programming) Erik Hanson Drums (programming) […]
1981 Rex Smith & Rachel Sweet – Everlasting Love (US:#32 UK:#35)
“Everlasting Love” is a song written by Buzz Cason and Mac Gayden. It was recorded as a duet by Rex Smith and Rachel Sweet. This version features revised lyrics including an additional verse of uncredited authorship which was approved by the song’s composers Produced By Rick Chertoff Songwriters Buzz Cason Mac Gayden Charts US:#32 UK:#35
1966 The Mamas & The Papas – Dancing In The Street (US:#73)
“Dancing In The Street” is a song written by Marvin Gaye, William Stevenson, and Ivy Jo Hunter. In 1966, the folk rock group, The Mamas & The Papas, recorded a cover version of the song “Dancing in the Street,” which was taken from their second studio album The Mamas and the Papas. Cass Elliot sang […]
1995 Michelle Gayle – Happy Just To Be With You (UK:#11)
“Happy Just to Be with You” is the fifth and final single from Michelle Gayle‘s eponymous album. It reached #11 in the UK Charts. Produced By Narada Michael Walden Mike Mani Claytoven Richardson Songwriters Michelle Gayle Narada Michael Walden Preston Glass Charts US:# – UK:#11
1994 Luther Vandross – Always And Forever (US:#58 UK:#20)
“Always And Forever” is an R&B song written by Rod Temperton and produced by Barry Blue. It was first recorded by the British-based multinational funk-disco band Heatwave in 1976. American R&B/soul singer-songwriter Luther Vandross released his cover of “Always and Forever” as the second single from his ninth album, Songs (1994). His recording earned him […]
2006 Michael Bublé – Save The Last Dance For Me (UK:#99)
“Save The Last Dance For Me” is a single by Canadian crooner Michael Bublé, and released as the third and final single from his second studio album, It’s Time. The song was heavily remixed for its release as a single. Muscians Bass David Foster Drums Vinnie Colaiuta Guitar Michael Thompson Acoustic Guitar Brandon Jenner Piano […]
1999 Lonestar – Smile (US:#53)
“Smile” is a song written by Keith Follesé and Chris Lindsey, and recorded by American country music band Lonestar. It was released in October 1999 as the third single and 10th track from their third album Lonely Grill. The song reached the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Produced By Dann […]
1972 Beverly Bremers – We’re Free (US:#40)
“We’re Free” is a song written by Irwin Levine and L. Russell Brown and performed by Beverly Bremers. It reached No. 15 on the Billboard easy listening chart and No. 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972. The song was featured on her 1972 album, I’ll Make You Music. The song was produced by […]